Learning In A Techno World How Safe is Your Cyberspace?

Learning In A Techno Learning In A Techno World World

How Safe is Your Cyberspace?

OverviewOverview

• Passwords!• Wireless Networks• Protect Your PC: A Checklist• Tips for Surfing the Web• Additional Web Links

mylasalle Passwordmylasalle Password

• Change from default MMDDYY birthdate password to increase security.

• Option 1: Change Password After Login1. Go to mylasalle login page2. Log in with your username and password3. Click “My Account”4. Click “Change Password”

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• Option 2: Change Password Before Login1. Go to mylasalle login page2. Click “Reset/Change Password” link3. Enter username, click “Continue” button4. Enter answers to two security questions5. Enter your new password and confirm

mylasalle Passwordmylasalle Password

• Option 3: Contact Tech Support Online1. Go to login page2. Click “Tech Support Form” link3. Fill out your contact info (phone number!)4. Select mylasalle Portal – Username/Password5. A technician will call you with the new password

• Option 4: Call Tech Support 1. Faculty X1860 or 215-951-1860; Mon - Fri 8:15 – 4:302. Students X1788 or 215-951-1788; 8:00am to

10:00pm

Wireless on CampusWireless on Campus

• Available in:– Connelly Library– College Hall– Wister Hall– Holroyd– Union (Food Court)– Olney Hall

• You need a 802.11 b or 802.11 b/g card.• Frequently Asked Questions:

http://www.lasalle.edu/admin/it/portal/faqs/faq_wireless.htm

Wireless TipsWireless Tips

• Your Home Wireless Router1. Change Default Settings2. Enter Allowed MAC Addresses

• Surfing Tips1. Beware of non-secure banking and

shopping sites (https:// vs. http://)2. Firewall, Anti-Virus, E-mail

Computer ChecklistComputer Checklist

• Anti-Virus Software• Spyware/Adware Removal Tools• Windows Updates• Firewalls

Anti-Virus SoftwareAnti-Virus Software

• La Salle supports McAfee Version v 8.0

• An alternative is Norton AntiVirus 2005

• Macintosh Users Norton AntiVirus 9.0

• You can download McAfee from the ResNet Services Channel downloads page: http://www.lasalle.edu/admin/it/portal/downloads/downloads.htm

Spyware/Adware RemovalSpyware/Adware Removal

• Spyware can do damage to your computer's operating system by creating a large amount of traffic. It will also cause advertising popups to appear on your screen.

• The following two (free!) programs will get rid of the spyware/adware that may be lurking on your PC.

• Recommended use is to run both every few days.

Spybot 1.3Spybot 1.3

• Download from the ResNet Services Channel downloads page: http://www.lasalle.edu/admin/it/portal/downloads/downloads.htm

• or• http://www.download.com/Spybot-Search-Destroy/3000-

8022_4-10289035.html?tag=lst-0-1

• Instructions are also available on the downloads page.

Ad-aware SE Personal Ad-aware SE Personal 1.051.05

• Download from the ResNet Services Channel downloads page: http://www.lasalle.edu/admin/it/portal/downloads/downloads.htm

or• http://www.download.com/Ad-Aware-SE-Personal-Edition

/3000-8022_4-10319876.html?tag=lst-0-2

• Instructions are also available on the downloads page.

Windows UpdatesWindows Updates

• Get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer’s Operating System and keep it running smoothly.

• http://v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com– Click the “express” button

• Instructions are also available on the ResNet Services Channel downloads page.

FirewallsFirewalls

• A firewall is a piece of software or hardware that can help protect your computer against hacker attacks, such as computer viruses.

• Without a Firewall Hackers Can:1. Gain access to personal information2. Install code that destroys files or causes

malfunctions3. Cause problems on other home and business

computers connected to the Internet

FirewallsFirewalls

Three types of Firewalls1. Hardware Routers – Good choice for

home network connected to the Internet.2. Software Firewall – Good option for

single computer. Windows XP SP2 has one built in. Others are available (free or $$)

3. Wireless Router – Use for wireless access on one or more computers. May not have a built in firewall.

Surfing TipsSurfing Tips

• Do NOT open unknown e-mail attachments• Disconnect from Network while not online• Disable Java, JavaScript, and ActiveX if

possible • Make regular backups of critical data• Only communicate with people on your IM

Buddy List.• Use a Spam Blocker (SpamJam)

Additional InformationAdditional Information

• Spyware: http://www.spychecker.com/spyware.html

• Microsoft Protect Your PC Site: http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.mspx

• Backup: http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/update/backup.mspx

• Safe Surfing: http://socalfreenet.org/safesurfing